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Manchester City agrees to €20m deal for Enzo Maresca from Chelsea

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Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Manchester City agrees to €20m deal for Enzo Maresca from Chelsea

Summary

Manchester City has reportedly agreed to pay Chelsea €20m to buy out coach Enzo Maresca's contract. Maresca, who previously assisted Pep Guardiola at City, is set to replace Guardiola. His time at Chelsea began in summer 2024, culminating in a successful spell that included a Conference League title. However, disagreements over club management led to his early exit on January 1, 2026. The mutual agreement allows Maresca to sign a three-year contract with Manchester City.

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By the Numbers

•Manchester City pays €20m for Enzo Maresca's contract buyout.
•Maresca previously served as an assistant coach to Guardiola.
•He had a successful tenure at Chelsea despite internal disputes.
•Maresca's signing is expected to be official soon.

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2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Report Manchester City buy Maresca out of Chelsea contract for €20m

What they're saying

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Sky Sport Italia claim that Manchester City have agreed to pay Chelsea €20m to buy Italian coach Enzo Maresca out of his contract so he can replace Pep Guardiola.It is no secret that Maresca was the...
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